About this goal
Sylvinho latches on to a loose ball 30 yards out and unleashes a thunderbolt which curls away from the goalkeeper into the near post.
Ratings
Aesthetically Pleasing 24/30
As the ball breaks Sylvinho is just begging to smash it as hard as he can, and he doesn't disappoint.
Technical Difficulty 20/30
Strikes the moving ball rolling back to him with such conviction, and while long-range goals are hard to judge, this is a great example of a clean hit.
Uniqueness 14/20
The ball rolling back to him before striking gives it a different perspective.
Importance 6/10
Equaliser after being 2-0 down away to Chelsea.
Standard of Opposition 8/10
Chelsea.
FootballCritic Verdict
Sylvinho's reputation for striking a mean ball came from this moment.
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